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The Importance of Good Posture

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 30, 2012 | Spine & Neck

Perfect posture! What is it and why is it so important? Over time, bad posture can cause a range of undesirable conditions. Physical Therapists who treat orthopaedic injuries/conditions will tell you that patient’s symptoms are often related to bad posture.

Common Ankle Sprains

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 26, 2012 | Foot & Ankle

Most people have “twisted” their ankle at some point. It may have been caused by a common activity like playing sports, working or just walking down the street. A twisted or sprained ankle is painful and can limit a person’s function for a long time.

Meniscus Injuries

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 16, 2012 | Knee & Leg

Injuries to the knee happen often and in every walk of life. One common knee injury that Physical Therapists treat on a daily basis is a torn meniscus.

Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 9, 2012 | Hand & Wrist

If you’re experiencing pain, numbness, tingling, and possibly weakness in your hand(s), you might be dealing with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Left untreated, it can cause major functional limitations.

The Difference between Tendonitis and Osteoarthritis of the Hip

by ACE Physical Therapy | Nov 2, 2012 | Hip

If you’ve suffered from hip pain, you’ll know that simply moving can intensify the discomfort. As a result, hip pain can cause people to refrain from any activity. Depending on the cause of the pain, lack of activity could actually worsen the condition.

Treating a Stiff and Painful Shoulder

by ACE Physical Therapy | Oct 29, 2012 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder

If you’ve experienced a gradual onset of increased shoulder pain and decreased movement, you might be experiencing the symptoms of Adhesive Capsulitis (commonly known as Frozen Shoulder).

Treating Elbow Pain

by ACE Physical Therapy | Oct 18, 2012 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder

Have you ever reached for something and felt a sharp, searing pain on the outside part of your elbow? If so, you could be experiencing Lateral epicondylitis or better known as Tennis Elbow.

How Do I Get Rid of My Heel Pain?

by ACE Physical Therapy | Oct 9, 2012 | Foot & Ankle

If you experience a sharp pain in the bottom of your heel when you get out of bed, you might have Plantar Fasciitis. Our patients at ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Institute often describe it like having a sharp pebble in the shoe.

In Search of the Perfect Mattress

by ACE Physical Therapy | Sep 25, 2012 | Spine & Neck

Sleeping is a popular hobby for some and an essential source of rejuvenation for all. Yet, many of us are not sleeping well at all. According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention about 50 to 70 million Americans suffer from sleeping problems. When we do sleep, some of us wake up with aches and pains.

What’s Causing My Lower Back Pain?

by ACE Physical Therapy | Sep 18, 2012 | Spine & Neck

You can’t get comfortable. Shift in your seat. Cross your legs. No matter how you move, you feel a dull, achy pain in your lower back. You may feel a sharp stabbing pain when sitting still or standing or reaching to answer the phone. No matter how lower back pain feels, it can cramp your style.